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AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ Memorial Hospital has named Tricia G. Costigan, MBA, FACHE, as its new president. Costigan, a seasoned health care executive, brings extensive experience in leadership, strategic planning and operational efficiency to her new role.

February's American Heart Month takes on a special meaning at AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ Memorial Hospital as care team member Christie Cannell shares her journey with heart disease. Her story is an important reminder that heart disease—the leading cause of death for women in the United States—often hides in plain sight for women.

The Pediatric Innovator designation by the Maine Emergency Medical Services for Children Program demonstrates the two hospital emergency departments meet the highest readiness standards.

Matthew Wolden comes to Maine from the University of California, San Francisco Health System.

The Evelyn S. and K.E. Barrett Foundation has awarded a $75,000 grant to the AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital (MHBBCH) to help meet the physical and emotional needs of pediatric patients and their families. The grant will also fund a new Childhood Support Specialist (CSS) position in York and Cumberland counties.

For 55 years, the AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ Memorial Hospital volunteer program has enriched patient care, offering vital support across departments. Susan Weiscopf exemplifies this spirit through her volunteer role at the hospital gift shop and medical surgical department.

AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ Behavioral Health (MHBH) announced today it has selected Dr. Melissa Bowker-Kinley for the role of Vice President of Medical Affairs (VPMA), Child and Adolescent Services. In this role, Dr. Bowker-Kinley will assist in developing and coordinating the behavioral healthcare of children and adolescents across AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ in all levels of care.

The grant will allow the Maine Rural Graduate Medical Education Collaborative to help address the gap in obstetrical care in rural communities.

AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ Memorial Hospital is delighted to announce the arrival of its first baby of the year, born to Susy and Shawn Wilmot of Madison. The couple welcomed their son, Leland Wilmot, at 6:59 a.m. on January 2, 2025.

AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ welcomed its first baby of the new year at AOAÌåÓýƽ̨ Maine Medical Center Portland! Michael Nathan Maiato was born at 2:55 a.m. to Paige and Joe Maiato of Kennebunk. Michael weighed 7 pounds 12 ounces and was 20.4 inches long.